Narendra Modi

Early Life and Political Career:

Birth: Narendra Damodardas Modi was born on September 17, 1950, in Vadnagar, a town in Gujarat, India.

Early Career: Modi started his political career as a member of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and later joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He served in various organizational and administrative roles within the party.

Chief Minister of Gujarat:

Modi served as the Chief Minister of the Indian state of Gujarat from 2001 to 2014. During his tenure, Gujarat witnessed significant economic growth and development. However, his tenure was also marred by controversies, notably the handling of the 2002 Gujarat riots, a period of inter-communal violence.

Prime Ministership:

Election as Prime Minister: Narendra Modi led the BJP to a decisive victory in the 2014 Indian general elections. He was elected as the Prime Minister of India on May 26, 2014.

Reelection: Modi and the BJP won a second term in the 2019 Indian general elections. The party secured a majority in the Lok Sabha, the lower house of India’s Parliament.

Key Initiatives and Policies:

Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (Clean India Campaign): A nationwide campaign aimed at promoting cleanliness, hygiene, and sanitation across India.

Goods and Services Tax (GST): The implementation of a unified tax system, known as GST, aimed at simplifying the indirect tax structure in India.

Demonetization: In 2016, the government announced the demonetization of ₹500 and ₹1,000 currency notes to curb corruption, black money, and counterfeit currency.

Make in India: A campaign to promote manufacturing and production within India, encouraging both domestic and foreign investment.

Digital India: An initiative aimed at promoting digital literacy, digital governance, and electronic delivery of government services.

Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana: A financial inclusion program to provide access to financial services, including banking, insurance, and pension, to the unbanked population.

Ayushman Bharat: A healthcare scheme that aims to provide health coverage to economically vulnerable families for secondary and tertiary care hospitalization.

Personal Style and Popularity:

Modi is known for his dynamic speaking style and effective use of social media platforms, particularly Twitter. He has a significant following on social media and is known for his communication skills.

Modi’s leadership style and policies have generated both strong support and criticism, making him a polarizing figure in Indian politics.